Aug. 2, 2021
Researchers Seek Better Understanding of Olive Drupe Development
By studying the molecular and physiological profiles of the drupes during the stages of development, researchers hope to optimize olive oil and table olive production.
Jul. 29, 2021
Mavras Olive Oil Company Relies on Tradition, Terroir to Produce Quality EVOO
Despite the challenges posed by climate change and the volatile olive oil market, the producers behind Mavras believe quality is the key to success.
Jul. 19, 2021
Olive Oil Consumption Holds Steady as Production Slips, Latest Data Shows
International Olive Council figures revealed a dip in global production, imports and exports, while consumption held.
Jul. 14, 2021 Production
Producers Assess Damage of Springtime Frost Across Southern France
Jul. 12, 2021 Olive Varieties
Jul. 9, 2021 Producer Profiles
Jul. 8, 2021 Production
Jul. 7, 2021 Producer Profiles
Jun. 19, 2021
Plans for New Super-High-Density Olive Groves Receive Funding in Tuscany
Two local banks are continuing to back ArteOlioās bet that super-high-density olive groves will be profitable in Tuscany. Other companies are taking notice.
Jun. 19, 2021
Award-Winning Producer Seeks to Craft EVOO From Millenary Trees in Croatia
On the island of Pag, one NYIOOC winner plans to transform wild olives from some of the worldās oldest trees into award-winning extra virgin olive oil.
Jun. 15, 2021
Mixed Expectations as Harvest Gets Underway in South Africa
While the countryās long-standing drought finally broke, pests, blackouts and Covid-19 restrictions resulted in a harvest of mixed results thus far.
Jun. 10, 2021
Sustainable, Organic Production Helps One California Producer Standout
Gold Ridge Organic Farms earned three Gold Awards and a Silver Award at the 2021 NYIOOC. The owner said organic production was the key to their success.
Jun. 10, 2021
Andalusian Cooperative Crafts Award-Winning Olive Oil With Soul
Almazaras de la SubbƩtica earned four awards at the 2021 NYIOOC, attributing their success to the terroir and climate.
Jun. 7, 2021
Inclement Weather Dampens Argentina Olive Harvest, But Quality Remains High
Estimates for the 2021 harvest see production falling or remaining steady. Producers say they are more concerned about exports and prices.
Jun. 2, 2021
Spanish Study Suggests More Effective Way to Transform Cold-Stored Olives
Using hot water to wash olives may be a more cost-efficient way to get the fruit to the ideal temperature for crushing and malaxing.
Jun. 1, 2021
Italian Producers Achieve Record Success at World Competition
Despite the historic challenges of 2020, producers from across Italy turned out in record numbers and reaped a record number of the industry's most prestigious awards.
Jun. 1, 2021
The Farmer Behind the Dramatic Rise of Dalmatian Olive Oils on the World Stage
Tomislav Duvnjak organized local producers to help them enter the NYIOOC. The result was a record haul for the coastal Croatian region.
May. 28, 2021
Boundary Bend Plants Californiaās Second Largest Medium-Density Grove
Officials from the company said the medium-density groves provide them with the flexibility to select the best olive variety for each growing condition.
May. 26, 2021
Passion and Inspiration Drive Success at Marina Colonnaās Farm
At her farm in Molise, Marina Colonna's search for quality is driven by a strong passion and forward-thinking attitude.
May. 26, 2021
Olive Center to Host Webinar on Modern Table Olive Production
The free webinar will take place on June 23 and cover siting, orchard establishment and management.
May. 25, 2021
At Rastrello, Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil Promotes the Beauty of Umbria
The Wassmann family recently earned a second Gold Award at the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, cementing their position as high-quality olive oil producers.
May. 24, 2021
Global Olive Oil Production Will Hit Four-Year High, USDA Estimates
Increasing production paired with rising vegetable oil prices is also expected to yield record exports and olive oil consumption levels.
May. 17, 2021
Chilean Producers Manage a Hard Year to a Promising Harvest
Chile is expected to produce roughly 20,000 tons of olive oil in 2021. Producers have renewed focus on quality to help their brands stand out.